Bridge Over The River Willimantic

Check this out. There is a bridge that spans a tributary that feeds into the Willimantic River in CT (rest stop off of I84). High Water makes the bridge a necessity, but has also, at times, pushed the bridge down stream to the I84 abutment. Well, the CFFA folks go and retrieve the bridge, float it back up stream and reinstall. That is what is happening in this small photo sequence. That's Charlie Place demonstrating the correct use and positioning of the bridge.

United Fly Tyers

United Fly Tyers is holding a 50th Anniversary Gala celebration Sunday, October 25, 2009 from 5-9pm at Longfellow's Wayside Inn In Sudbury, MA. UFT is the oldest fly tying club in the US and welcomes all to the event. It will be an evening of dinner, cash bar, prizes and our special guest speaker Jim Krul of the the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum. Contact me at lesliewrixon@yahoo.com for information and tickets.

Roadkill Capital

In my recent travels I have observed that Missouri seems to be the roadkill capital of the US. There were vast numbers of all manner of animals...too numerous to mention. I realize that there are several other states vying for this title. Louisiana and Tennessee are among the leaders in this category as well. (No, I did not pick up any flattened critters.)

Hoppers On The Wild Side

Zydeco Hopper

Lovebugs Louisiana Style

Had a chance to sit next to Don Lawler at the Conclave. This guy is funny and very animated. He likes to call this fly "Get A Room."

Southern Style Frogs

This fly uses an ear plug for the body. The only fly rated at 35 decibels.

FFF Southern Council Conclave

Heading down to Mountain Home, Arkansas for the FFF Southern Council Conclave. Love going down to Mountain Home and tying some flies. Great people and great times. It's a good chance to check out what other tyers are up to, learn a few things and catch a few trout in the White River.